Supply Chain Leadership Development Program (SCLDP) Associate

About Alcon As the global leader in eye care, Alcon has built a rich history of providing innovative products to customers and patients all over the world. We're extremely proud of our legacy and the significant way we've helped to shape the industry over the last 70 years, but we're just getting started. Our relentless passion to eliminate unmet medical needs drives our pursuit to further advance eye health worldwide. We're looking for exceptionally talented, driven people who want to make a difference. We help people see brilliantly. We care for and delight our customers. We pursue and drive innovation. We care for and inspire our people. We do this through our values and behaviors: We deliver results and our best in all we do. We do the right things in the right way. We create, enhance, and transform. We take a stand and speak up. We succeed together. We unleash the full potential of our people. If you'd like to help us change the way the world sees, this is your chance to Be Brilliant! Position Description The Alcon Supply Chain team is looking for talented and motivated early‑career graduates to join our Supply Chain Leadership Development Program (SCLDP), starting in January or June 2027, at our Fort Worth, TX location. The Supply Chain Leadership Development Program (SCLDP) at Alcon is a key pipeline for graduate‑degree talent with the ambition to advance into leadership positions within Alcon's Supply Chain functions. Exceptional individuals selected for this highly selective and challenging program engage in tailored rotational experiences that support a leadership career path. Members will complete three, year‑long rotations. Rotations will include Supply Chain & Analytics, Transportation & Logistics, and Warehouse & Distribution. Program benefits include mentorship, functional programming, networking events, tailored development, and executive presentations to share key learnings and outcomes from each rotation. Members will also have the chance to make a real‑world impact by working on meaningful projects that help patients and customers see brilliantly. Rotational Experiences Supply Chain & Analytics: Gain hands‑on experience that may include demand and/or supply planning, inventory optimization, and data‑driven decision‑making while supporting enterprise planning initiatives in a regulated, global supply chain environment. Transportation & Logistics: Build practical expertise in logistics operations, freight and carrier management, and/or trade compliance while learning how transportation decisions impact cost, service, and customer experience. Warehouse & Distribution: Develop a strong understanding of warehouse and distribution center operations, may include inventory control, safety, compliance, and process discipline, while supporting a project focused on daily execution and continuous improvement. Apply job‑related and foundational professional knowledge to complete assigned tasks and support defined project or operational objectives. Support enterprise, functional, or site‑level initiatives by completing assigned deliverables accurately and on time. Collect, organize, and analyze information to support reporting, documentation, and decision‑making. Follow established processes, procedures, and governance requirements, particularly in regulated environments. Collaborate with team members and cross‑functional partners to support shared goals. Communicate progress, risks, and outcomes clearly to assigned stakeholders. Participate in performance feedback, development discussions, and learning activities. Demonstrate reliability, attention to detail, and accountability in day‑to‑day work. Minimum Qualifications Must have or be pursuing a bachelor's degree, MBA, or MS in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Management Information Systems, Data Analytics, Finance, Economics, other business‑related disciplines, or a related major. Must graduate in December 2026 or May 2027 (for a January 2027 or June 2027 start date). Academic performance: minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8/4.0. Demonstrated leadership skills (e.g., through extracurricular activities or projects). Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a permanent basis. Ability to commit to a three‑year, full‑time (40 hours per week) rotational program in Fort Worth, TX. Equal Opportunity Statement Alcon is an equal opportunity employer and participates in E‑VERIFY. Alcon takes pride in maintaining an inclusive environment that values different perspectives and our policies are non‑discriminatory in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Alcon is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an email to View email address on click.appcast.io and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. #J-18808-Ljbffr Alcon